Park type
National Park
Region
Mwanza
Size
2.18 km²
Elevation
1,134 meters (lake level)
Island ParkSmallest ParkUrban ParkLake VictoriaDe-brazza MonkeyMwanzaAccessibleUniqueRock Hiking
Why visit Saanane Island
Tanzania's smallest national park and first island-based park, located within Mwanza City in Lake Victoria, home to unique De-brazza's monkeys.
Ecosystem & vegetation
Island ecosystem in Lake Victoria with rocky terrain, grasslands, aquatic zones, and lakeshore habitats. Island grasslands, rocky outcrops with adapted vegetation, lakeshore plants, scattered trees and shrubs.
Best time to visit
June to August (dry season); November to March (birdwatching)
Getting there & practical
Access
5-minute boat ride from Park Offices on Mwanza mainland. Exceptionally accessible, located within Mwanza City.
Opening hours
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM daily